Explore Schoolcraft County
Manistique, the county seat, anchors Schoolcraft County on the Lake Michigan shoreline of Michigan’s central Upper Peninsula. Discover the communities, local businesses, outdoor adventures, restaurants, events, and hidden gems that make Schoolcraft County unique.
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Manistique, the county seat, sits at the mouth of the Manistique River on Lake Michigan. Nearby Palms Book State Park is home to Kitch-iti-kipi, Michigan’s largest natural freshwater spring, known as the Big Spring. Gulliver lies to the east along the Lake Michigan shoreline, and the vast Seney National Wildlife Refuge stretches across the county’s northern reaches.
Discover Schoolcraft County
🍽️ Restaurants
From Manistique’s waterfront dining to small-town favorites in Gulliver, find local dining favorites throughout the county.
🏨 Lodging
Hotels, motels, cabins, and campgrounds along the Lake Michigan shoreline and inland lakes.
🌲 Outdoor Recreation
Ride the glass-bottom raft across Kitch-iti-kipi’s crystal waters, explore the Seney National Wildlife Refuge, and fish and boat on Lake Michigan.
🛍️ Local Businesses
Shop local and support the shops and services of Manistique and Gulliver.
📅 Events
Seasonal festivals, community celebrations, and events throughout the year.
⭐ Hidden Gems
Discover places that locals love, from the Big Spring’s turquoise waters to quiet Lake Michigan beaches.
Featured Communities
From Manistique on Lake Michigan to Gulliver along the shoreline and the wild expanse of the Seney refuge, the county’s communities each offer their own central Upper Peninsula character.
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